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car accidents involving cattle and other livestockHave you been involved in a car accident caused by livestock on the road? A livestock crash can cause substantial damage, but you may have the right to hold other parties responsible if their negligence contributed to the accident. Contact the legal team at Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks, P.A. for a free initial case review to learn more about the process of pursuing compensation for a livestock collision.

Why Choose Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks, P.A. to Help After a Livestock Crash?

A car accident involving livestock can cause serious injuries and property damage. Your choice of legal representation for your compensation claim can make a difference in the outcome of your case. Accident victims throughout North Carolina turn to the attorneys at Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks, P.A. for dedicated advocacy and tailored legal advice because:

  • Our legal team has decades of combined experience representing accident victims. Most of our attorneys and staff have worked here for over a decade. Our team’s stability means you will work with the same lawyers and staff throughout your case rather than being handed off from associate to associate.
  • We take the time to listen to your story and understand your needs, concerns, and goals to tailor our service to your situation. Our firm will shoulder the burden of your legal case so you can focus on your treatment and rehabilitation.
  • Our attorneys offer one-on-one service that treats you with the compassion and respect you need and deserve during the challenging process of recovering from a devastating accident.

Our dedication to our clients has earned us the gratitude and respect of thousands of people and families we’ve helped recuperate from catastrophic accidents and injuries. Some of the reviews our clients have left us include:

  • “We are very grateful with this firm, They have been our lawyers for more than 17 years, always excellent service and good communication, in Spanish or English! Younce, Vtipil, attorneys at Law always fighting for the rights of their clients!! For that reason I give them 5 stars if I could I would give them more!!!!” – Javier Pintos
  • “From the very first conversation with David, I knew I was in good hands. Whenever I had questions or concerns, Karen and David were both quick to assist me. Not only are they top-notch in their profession, they’re also down-to-earth and compassionate. I am very happy with the outcome that they were able to provide me with. I highly recommend this group for your legal representation. You will be glad you did.” – Carolyn Jones
  • “This was my first time using an attorney for an accident. I’m glad I chose Attorney David Vtipil to represent me. Along with his secretary Carmella, and the rest of Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Bank…They made the process clear, and workless. They kept me informed through the case and, were very professional. Thank you all so much!” – Wanda Phillips

How Our Attorneys Will Help with Your Accident Case

When you’re in an auto accident involving livestock in North Carolina, hiring experienced legal counsel can relieve the stress of the claims process and give you peace of mind, knowing you have an advocate fighting for your rights and interests. Let the legal team at Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks, P.A. help you seek the financial relief and justice you deserve after a devastating crash by:

  • Thoroughly investigating the collision to recover all relevant evidence, such as police accident reports, crash scene photos and videos, and witness statements
  • Reviewing the facts and evidence to identify liable parties and evaluate your personal injury claim
  • Documenting your injuries and losses to ensure we seek maximum compensation for your past, present, and future needs
  • Filing your claims with liable parties and handling communications and negotiations with insurance company representatives and defense lawyers to take the stress of the case off you
  • Vigorously pursuing the financial recovery you need and deserve, whether through a negotiated settlement or by taking your case to court to demand accountability from those responsible
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Who’s Responsible for the Damages After an Accident with Livestock?

Depending on the circumstances, various parties may be legally responsible for property damage and injuries you suffer in a livestock car accident:

Single-Vehicle Accident with Livestock

If you hit livestock, you may have a claim against the owner. In North Carolina, livestock owners must take reasonable steps to maintain fencing to ensure they do not wander onto other people’s property or public roads. A livestock owner may bear responsibility for your losses if they used inadequate fencing to contain the livestock or failed to reasonably inspect their fencing to address any damage. Other factors that may make the livestock owner liable include knowingly allowing the animals to roam free or a history of prior escapes.

Multi-Vehicle Accident with Livestock

When you get into an accident with farm animals that also involves another motorist, that motorist may bear responsibility. A driver’s negligence can cause a collision involving livestock when they’re distracted by their cell phone or under the influence of alcohol and fail to notice livestock on the road. For example, you may have a claim against another driver whose negligence causes them to swerve into your lane to avoid livestock on the road and hit your vehicle.

Proving Liability for a Livestock Collision

Although a farm animal causing a car wreck may seem like a freak occurrence, you may be able to recover compensation for your losses. Depending on the accident’s circumstances, you may have a claim against the livestock owner or other drivers in the crash. Proving liability for a livestock car accident will require various forms of evidence, such as:

  • Police crash reports
  • Accident scene photos and videos
  • Dashcam footage
  • Pictures of damaged farm fencing
  • Pictures of the livestock involved in the crash
  • Witness testimony
  • Vehicle event data recorder (“black box”) logs
  • Accident reconstruction expert reports and testimony
  • Proof of past escapes from the owner’s livestock

Deadline for Filing a Livestock Car Accident Claim

Under North Carolina’s statute of limitations, you typically have three years to file a lawsuit against whoever caused the livestock car accident. Various circumstances may affect the deadline for filing your accident claim.

You can best protect your rights and options by speaking with a personal injury lawyer from Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks, P.A. as soon as possible to discuss your case and ensure you file your claim on time.

Compensation After a Car Accident Involving Cattle or Other Livestock

After suffering injuries and property damage in a car accident involving farm animals, you may have the right to seek compensation for various financial and personal losses you incur, including for:

  • Costs of medical treatment and rehabilitation, including emergency treatment, hospitalization, surgeries, medications, and physical and occupational therapy
  • Costs of long-term disability care, such as home health services, purchases of medical and mobility equipment, or home renovations to install disability accommodations
  • Lost wages for missed time from work during your recovery
  • Lost future earning capacity when prolonged or permanent disability prevents you from returning to your job or other work
  • Physical pain and anguish caused by injuries and subsequent medical treatment
  • Emotional trauma or distress from the collision and resulting injuries
  • Lost quality and enjoyment of life due to permanent disability or disfigurement that interferes with daily living or participating in activities you previously enjoyed
  • Vehicle repair expenses or reimbursement of the value of your vehicle if the accident totals it

Common Types of Accidents Involving Farm Animals

Farm animals may cause or be involved in various motor vehicle accidents. Some of the most common kinds of crashes involving livestock include:

  • Head-on and T-bone collisions – A driver may have a head-on or T-bone collision with cattle or other livestock on the road if they fail to brake or maneuver around the animal. However, swerving around a farm animal on the road may also cause a driver to enter the opposing traffic lane and collide with an approaching vehicle.
  • Sideswipe collisions – One vehicle may sideswipe another if it suddenly moves out of the lane to avoid colliding with a farm animal on the road.
  • Rear-end collisions – Two vehicles may collide when one driver suddenly stops for livestock on the road and the other driver fails to brake in time to avoid a collision.
  • Rollover accidents – When a motorist suddenly turns the wheel to avoid colliding with livestock on the road, the maneuver may cause the vehicle to flip and roll over.
  • Road departure accidents – A driver may swerve off the road when trying to avoid a farm animal that wanders into their lane or suddenly appears behind a curve or crest in the road.
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Contact Our Raleigh Car Accident Attorneys for Help with Your Case

After getting into a car accident due to cattle or other livestock on the road, you need experienced legal counsel to pursue financial compensation for your injuries and property damage. Contact Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks, P.A. today at 919-661-9000 for a free consultation with a car crash attorney. We’ll discuss your legal options for seeking accountability for the harm you’ve suffered.

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